Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin
Last inspected:
3066 College Ave, Ruskin, FL 33570Taqueria Don Julio in Ruskin has accumulated 267 violations across 33 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. Between March 12 and March 20, 2026, inspectors conducted daily emergency order callbacks after finding non-compliance, with the facility finally complying on the ninth attempt.
Most recent closure: March 12, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8
violations / inspection
8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin: Emergency Closure History (2)
Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025072982 | $200.00 | Oct 2, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022043266 | $800.00 | Aug 25, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021038140 | $160.00 | Jul 12, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 13 inspections54 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections41 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin under active enforcement?
- Records show 8 emergency order inspections between March 14, 2026 and March 20, 2026. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin last inspected?
- Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin last shut down?
- Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin was last shut down on March 12, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin are: Employee health policy, Single-use items, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin had?
- Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin find?
- Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- Has Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,160.00 in fines.
- How much has Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin been fined?
- Don Julios Restaurant INC in Ruskin has been fined a total of $1,160.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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